Popular places to visit
Golden Gate Bridge
This iconic bridge, with its distinctive burnished red colour, is probably one of the world’s most instantly recognisable landmarks.
Pier 39
This waterfront attraction offers all the fun of a traditional pier with rides, street performances and entertainment courtesy of a colony of resident sea lions!
Moscone Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Moscone Convention Center, a top convention center in San Francisco. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Golden Gate Park
This wonderful park is a haven away from the hustle and bustle of the busy city. Come here to relax, enjoy the scenery, breathe in the air and watch the wildlife.
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
Alcatraz Island
Home to the world’s most notorious prison, tour this famous landmark to understand why it gained its reputation as such a cold and unforgiving place.
Things to do
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco Big Bus Panoramic Sunset Tour
San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Tours PLUS Night Tour
One Day in San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito optional Alcatraz
Top hotels in Glen Park
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Clean room, easy parking structure
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Facilities were good and service was as I'd expect from a Hyatt Regency.
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Spotless, easy to navigate, quiet rooms, wonderful breakfast.
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
The RIU is in an excellent location, close to Pier 39 & Fisherman's Wharf! The staff were very helpful! Rooms were large & very clean!Breakfast was great, plenty of hot & cold choices but it does get busy after 7.30am! Would definitely choose the RIU if visiting again!
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
All of the above. Very good restaurant and food
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
Nice location,beautiful neighborhood.Nice and artistic spaces.Very polite and capable staff
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Glen Park
Noe Valley
Appreciated for its churches and architecture, you might consider exploring Noe Valley. Check out the variety of things to see and do like 22nd St Hill, and jump on the metro at Church St & Clipper St Stop or Church St & 24th St Stop to get around the city.
Excelsior
While Excelsior isn't home to many top sights, Cow Palace and San Bruno Mountain State Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mission District
Mission District is a destination travelers like for its bars, and you might hop aboard the metro at 16th Street Mission Station or 24th Street Mission Station to explore sights like San Francisco Public Library.
Western Addition
Travelers love Western Addition for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Duboce Avenue & Noe Street Station or Duboce Ave & Church St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Alamo Square and Painted Ladies.
Potrero Hill
The live music and architecture are just a few things visitors like about Potrero Hill. San Francisco Bay and Letterform Archive are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at 20th Street Station or 23rd Street Station to get around the larger area.
South of Market
San Francisco Mint and Children's Creativity Museum are top sights in South of Market, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Yerba Buena-Moscone Station or Fourth-Brannan Station to see more sights in the area.
